Editorials

PSM statement on ‘deeply concerning’ compounding of GLP-1 weight-loss pills

February 5, 2026

PSM Executive Director Shabbir Imber Safdar released the following statement in response to news that Hims & Hers is now compounding pill versions of a newly approved GLP-1 weight-loss drug.

Four things Congress should do for patient safety in the rest of the 119th

February 5, 2026

This post outlines practical steps Congress should take to strengthen pharmaceutical border security, reinforce regulatory oversight, and protect patients.

The End of GLP-1 Compounding

May 27, 2025

Federally-registered compounding facilities stopped making tirzepatide on May 22. This transition is significant for patients, and we at PSM think there are four things you should be watching for.

Empower Pharmacy’s no good, very bad week

May 21, 2025

Articles in Endpoints News and the Houston Chronicle raise questions about the regulatory process for 503B compounding facilities.

Partnership for Safe Medicines statement on weight loss drug ad blitz

February 3, 2025

Partnership for Safe Medicines released the following statement in response to the advertisement that lifestyle brand Hims & Hers released ahead of the Super Bowl to sell unregulated compounded weight loss drugs